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      community 7 years of maintenance without finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user maintained their hair for 7 years using alfatradiol, fluridil (later switched to pyrilutamide), minoxidil 5%, and Nizoral shampoo without finasteride due to side effects. Despite some family history of hair loss, the user believes their hair loss is not aggressive.

      community How to reduce scalp DHT as much as possible?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses reducing scalp DHT to prevent hair loss, with a focus on using dutasteride, finasteride, and other treatments like RU58841 and minoxidil. It highlights the challenges of managing hair loss while on high testosterone levels, suggesting that dutasteride may be more effective than finasteride in such cases.

      community Topical dutasteride is superior to oral finasteride

      in Research/Science  96 upvotes 8 months ago
      Topical dutasteride is more effective than oral finasteride for male pattern hair loss, with fewer side effects. Some prefer oral treatments for convenience, while others use topical solutions like minoxidil and dutasteride, sometimes with microneedling, for better results.

      community 2.5 Years Fin/Min - progress pics

      in Progress Pictures  1290 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user achieved significant hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride over 2.5 years, with results plateauing after a year. They experienced minimal side effects and used microneedling to enhance results.

      community Completely Lost with my hair 20M

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair loss uses minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, vitamin D, and biotin. They are considering finasteride or dutasteride and are advised to consult a doctor for diagnosis and possible oral treatments.

      community Dutasteride is amazing even for women with FAGA!

      in Female  151 upvotes 9 months ago
      Dutasteride significantly improved hair health and reduced shedding for a woman with PCOS and hyperandrogenism, without causing depression or anxiety, unlike finasteride. Dutasteride also helped with PMDD symptoms and had no side effects, though it changed hair texture.

      community Just had my first dermatologist appointment - unsure on Oral Minox vs Compounded Min/Fin/Tret (while already on Dut)

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 28-year-old male, previously on dutasteride for hair loss, is considering oral minoxidil or a compounded treatment of minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin after noticing hairline recession. The dermatologist suggested oral minoxidil and mentioned a compounded option, but the user is unsure about its benefits compared to current treatments.

      community 2 months consistent minoxidil 5% progress.

      in Progress Pictures  69 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their 2-month progress using 5% minoxidil and microneedling for hair loss, noting no significant changes yet. The discussion includes opinions on minoxidil, finasteride, and personal experiences with hair loss treatments.

      community Do I enjoy microneedling too much?

      in Satire  26 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about the use of microneedling, specifically with a derma stamp, for hair regrowth. Users discuss their experiences, pain levels, and the satisfaction of taking control over hair loss, with some mentioning the use of Minoxidil to enhance results.

      community Minoxidil works only with Retinoic acid

      in Minoxidil  317 upvotes 11 months ago
      Minoxidil is more effective when combined with retinoic acid, such as tretinoin or tazarotene, enhancing hair growth. Some users experience significant regrowth, while others see minimal effects or side effects.

      community Summary of future treatments from 2020

      in Chat  53 upvotes 11 months ago
      Hair loss treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, dutasteride, CB-03-01, RU-58841, and experimental options like KY-19382 and stem cell therapy. Some treatments are considered ineffective or risky, such as ketoconazole, PRP, and low-level laser therapy.

      community Hair loss mental effect is so bad

      in Satire  177 upvotes 11 months ago
      Hair loss negatively affects mental health, causing anxiety and depression. Minoxidil and finasteride are discussed as treatments, but side effects and mental health concerns remain.

      community [25M] Advanced Hair Loss - Oral Minoxidil + Topical Finastride

      in Is this regrowth?  15 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 25-year-old male is experiencing advanced hair loss and is using topical and oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and vitamin D3, but has not seen significant regrowth. He is considering switching treatments, including oral dutasteride, topical spironolactone, and possibly a scalp biopsy to better understand his condition.

      community 2 year regrowth minoxidil and finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  521 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth over two years using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, with no side effects from finasteride. Despite initial skepticism from others, the user confirmed the progress was not due to a hair transplant.

      community 21m dut+min+ket (roughly) 1 year of progress

      in Progress Pictures  241 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over a year using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. He noted improvements despite irregular application and mentioned that his hair is now thicker, with a previously bald spot completely gone.

      community 3 month fin and minoxidil before and after

      in Is this regrowth?  362 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair regrowth using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, with significant improvement after three months. Some users experienced side effects like bloating and dark circles, and discussed alternative treatments like microneedling and natural oils.

      community 1 year of treating my seb derm + minoxidil + microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  66 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user treated seborrheic dermatitis and hair loss with a routine including sulfate-free tea tree oil shampoo, ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil foam, microneedling, and supplements like Omega-3 and Vitamin-D. They experienced significant hair shedding initially but saw improvement over a year.

      community Going for mixology with fingers crossed.

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      The user is experimenting with a mix of topical treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil, to improve hair growth, particularly at the temples and core. They are also trying various oils, despite skepticism about their effectiveness, to see if they can enhance results without causing harm.

      community 2 months in of Minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1%

      in Progress Pictures  1122 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old is using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% topically for hair growth, with noticeable improvement in two months, especially on the hairline. They also use a derma-stamp every 15 days and report minimal side effects.

      community Guys, we finally have an alternative to finasteride

      in Research/Science  263 upvotes 1 year ago
      A combination of pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and alfatradiol is proposed as an effective alternative to finasteride for treating mild to moderate hair loss, claiming to stabilize hair loss and improve thickness without finasteride's side effects. Some users are skeptical about the effectiveness and approval of these treatments, while others are interested in trying them due to finasteride's side effects.

      community Switched from fin 1mg to dut 0.5mg

      in Is this regrowth?  39 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and experienced noticeable hair regrowth without side effects, though some users questioned the necessity of such a potent treatment given the minimal hair loss. The conversation also touched on potential side effects of dutasteride, such as reduced sperm quality, but the user reported no issues.

      community 14 months update on Dut, maybe time to switch back to Fin? (with pics)

      in Update  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, with some users suggesting adding oral minoxidil for further improvement. The original poster is considering a hair transplant and is concerned about perceived thinning, despite others noting improvement or stability with dutasteride.